Assistant General Counsel - Growth and Project Development

Constellation Energy Corp.; United States; Hybrid; USD 219,600 - 244,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Wellbeing programs

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Constellation Energy Corp. seeks a senior lawyer to support development and construction across natural gas-fired power plants, battery storage, solar farms, and carbon capture projects in the United States.

The role oversees complex legal tasks and advises on risks to ensure project success. You will lead senior and junior attorneys, coordinate with outside counsel, and manage budgets while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent legal research, analytical abilities and knowledge of federal/state law.
• Understanding of principles, practices and procedures in the legal field.
• Ability to apply law to complex assignments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and supervise complex legal assignments
• Evaluate legal and business risks and advise clients accordingly
• Interpret and apply organizational policy according to law
• Represent the company in agency proceedings and litigation
• Prepare and revise budgets and early matter assessments involving outside counsel
• Provide leadership to less experienced attorneys and support staff
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Legal research

Analytical abilities

Knowledge of federal/state law

Education

LLB/JD from an accredited law school

Bar admission / licensed to practice law

Job description

Benefits

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $219,600 to $244,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose of Position

A senior lawyer responsible for supporting all aspects of the development and construction of natural gas‑fired power plants, battery storage facilities, solar farms, and carbon capture and sequestration facilities across the United States.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Plan, conduct, and supervise complex legal assignments
• Evaluate legal and business risks and advise clients accordingly
• Interpret and apply organizational policy according to law
• Represent the company in agency proceedings and litigation
• Prepare and revise budgets and early matter assessments involving outside counsel
• Provide leadership to less experienced attorneys and support staff
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdictions.
• At least 10-12 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law.
• Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments.
• Requires excellent legal research, analytical abilities and ongoing knowledge of federal and/or state law.